2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Strada | Ascona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |